Compare 78 Animal Health. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $47,784. Top programs: $61,176+.
Animal Health programs produce graduates earning between $23,000 and $61,176—a $38K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 78 ranked programs nationally, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation. The school's name on your diploma matters far less than which specific program you choose.
Topping the list, the University of Georgia's Animal Health program delivers $61,176 in median graduate earnings—well above the $47,784 national average. The University of Massachusetts-Amherst ranks second at $59,543 and admits nearly 60% of applicants, proving that accessible programs can compete with the most selective. These are public universities, not household-name privates.
Debt burden tells a different story than sticker price. California State University-Fresno graduates borrow just $14,505 in student loans and face a 6.4% payment burden—landing firmly in the 'Excellent' category, where loan payments take a minimal bite from post-grad income. For families factoring in parent loans, Fresno's 12.5% combined burden still rates 'Manageable,' making it the standout on both measures. [Learn how to evaluate programs beyond school prestige →](https://collegeazimuth.com/blog/how-to-evaluate-programs)
Highest program earnings: $61,176
Strong outcomes ($59,543) with 60% acceptance rate
6.4% payment burden | Excellent — payment under 8% of discretionary
12.5% family burden | Manageable — payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $61,176 | 88 | $18,500 | Excellent | $20,855 | Manageable |
| #2 | $59,543 | 21 | $22,763 | Good | $26,243 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $57,605 | 46 | $20,484 | Good | $28,364 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $57,324 | 375 | $17,804 | Excellent | $32,258 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $56,248 | 68 | $19,000 | Excellent | $35,200 | Challenging | |
| #6 | University Of ArkansasPublic | $56,136 | 88 | $21,500 | Good | $28,086 | Challenging |
| #7 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $55,753 | 199 | $21,500 | Good | $23,443 | Challenging |
| #8 | $54,984 | 7 | $23,409 | Good | $18,080 | Challenging | |
| #9 | $54,805 | 165 | $18,500 | Excellent | $35,000 | Challenging | |
| #10 | $54,751 | 126 | $23,250 | Good | $37,401 | High | |
| #11 | $54,509 | 74 | $21,500 | Good | $25,294 | Challenging | |
| #12 | $54,089 | 146 | $19,500 | Good | $29,448 | Challenging | |
| #13 | $53,971 | 200 | $20,500 | Good | $38,513 | High | |
| #14 | $53,934 | 88 | $20,000 | Good | $36,000 | High | |
| #15 | University Of KentuckyPublic | $53,918 | 40 | $22,500 | Good | $30,006 | Challenging |
| #16 | $53,784 | 117 | $23,250 | Good | $18,000 | Challenging | |
| #17 | $53,579 | 88 | $14,505 | Excellent | $12,050 | Manageable | |
| #18 | $53,530 | 47 | $21,977 | Good | $15,000 | Manageable | |
| #19 | $53,418 | 16 | $21,500 | Good | $15,803 | Manageable | |
| #20 | $53,226 | 213 | $20,121 | Good | $23,000 | Challenging | |
| #21 | Auburn UniversityPublic | $53,117 | 100 | $21,000 | Good | $43,605 | High |
| #22 | $53,017 | 139 | $16,000 | Excellent | $15,000 | Manageable | |
| #23 | Cornell UniversityPrivate | $52,967 | 75 | $14,000 | Excellent | $38,000 | High |
| #24 | $52,755 | 74 | $22,142 | Good | $25,567 | Challenging | |
| #25 | West Virginia UniversityPublic | $52,548 | 69 | $22,500 | Good | $32,980 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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